Why is PGP verification mandatory?

PGP (Pretty Good Privacy) is the only reliable method to verify identity on the darknet. By verifying the digital signature of our mirror list against our public key, you mathematically prove that the links have not been tampered with by a malicious third party or Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attacker.

Why does BlackOps Market only accept Monero (XMR)?

Bitcoin (BTC) ledgers are transparent, allowing chain-analysis firms to trace transactions back to exchange KYC data. Monero (XMR) uses Ring Signatures, RingCT, and Stealth Addresses to make transactions opaque and untraceable. We prioritize user anonymity over convenience.

How does the Escrow System function?

Funds are held in a market-controlled wallet until the buyer confirms receipt of goods or the auto-finalize timer expires (typically 14 days for physical goods). In the event of a dispute, a moderator reviews shipping evidence. Multisig (2-of-3) options are available for high-value transactions.

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KNOWLEDGE BASE

Q: What is the required OpSec configuration?

Users should access the market using the Tor Browser on the Tails OS live operating system. JavaScript must be disabled (Security Level: Safest). Never use a VPN with Tor. Never access the market on a mobile device (Android/iOS) due to inherent OS-level tracking.

Essential protocols for market interaction. Failure to adhere to these guidelines may result in loss of funds or account termination.

LAST UPDATED: 2024-10-24 VERSION: v3.4.1

01 // General Protocols

What is the primary function of this directory?

This site acts as a cryptographically verified gateway to the BlackOps Market ecosystem. We serve as a defense against phishing attacks by publishing signed, authentic .onion mirror links.

NOTE: We do not host the market infrastructure directly. We provide the secure routing data required to access the hidden service via the Tor network.

How do I verify .onion links are authentic?

Verification via PGP (Pretty Good Privacy) is mandatory for safety. Import the official BlackOps Market public key into your PGP software (GPG, Kleopatra, etc.).

Navigate to the /mirrors.txt endpoint.
Copy the signed message block.
Verify the signature matches our public key (ID: 0x492E...).

WARNING: Never use links sent via private message or found on unverified wikis.

02 // Security & OpSec

What is the required OpSec configuration?

To maintain anonymity, adhere to the following strict standards:

OS: Tails OS (booted from USB) is highly recommended. Windows is considered compromised.
Browser: Tor Browser only. Do not use Brave or standard Firefox.
JavaScript: Must be set to 'Safest' (Disabled).
Mobile: strictly prohibited. Android and iOS basebands leak location data.

Why is 2FA (Two-Factor Authentication) mandatory?

Passwords are insufficient for darknet security. Upon registration, you must upload a PGP public key. Every login attempt presents an encrypted challenge string that can only be decrypted with your private key. This prevents account takeovers even if your password is phished.

If you lose your private key, access is permanently lost. Support cannot reset 2FA.

03 // Financial Protocol

Why only Monero (XMR)? Why not Bitcoin?

Bitcoin (BTC) operates on a transparent ledger. Chain analysis firms can trace funds from exchanges to darknet markets, compromising user identity.

Monero (XMR) enforces privacy at the protocol level via:

Ring Signatures: Obfuscates the sender.
Stealth Addresses: Hides the receiver.
RingCT: Hides the transaction amount.

How does the Escrow System work?

Funds are never sent directly to vendors. When an order is placed, XMR is locked in a market-controlled multisignature wallet.

1. Buyer places order -> Funds Locked.
2. Vendor ships goods -> Funds remain Locked.
3. Buyer receives goods & Finalizes -> Funds Released.

Auto-finalize timers (typically 14 days) protect vendors from unresponsive buyers. Disputes are mediated by staff.

Deposit Confirmation Times

To prevent double-spend attacks and reorganization risks, BlackOps Market requires 10 confirmations on the Monero blockchain before crediting a wallet.

Average block time is ~2 minutes. Expect deposits to reflect in your balance after approximately 20-30 minutes. Do not open support tickets for deposits under 60 minutes old.

04 // Vendor & Policy

What are the Vendor Bond requirements?

Vendor bonds deter scammers. The current bond is $500 USD (payable in XMR). This bond is refundable if you close your account with no active disputes.

Established vendors with verifiable history on other major markets (Recon/Dread verified) may apply for a bond waiver via the support desk.

Harm Reduction & Prohibited Items

We strictly enforce a Harm Reduction policy. The following items are permanently banned and will result in immediate vendor termination:

Fentanyl and related analogues
Weapons, explosives, or poisons
CP or non-consensual content
Services related to violence (hitmen/arson)